Breeze Airway’s new Airbus A220-300 aircraft was on display at the company’s U.S. manufacturing facility in Mobile on Tuesday.
The A220-300 aircraft is the first of 80 that Breeze has ordered from Airbus. The unveiling held at the Airbus A220 final assembly line in Mobile showcased the aircraft’s sleek modern features.
The A220-300 cabin is configured in a two-class 126 seat premium cabin layout, which holds 36 business and 90 economy seats. All passengers aboard the swanky aircraft will enjoy in-seat power and USB ports.
Breeze’s aircraft will provide single-aisle comfort and features enhanced seat width and allows for larger windows and increased capacity of overhead storage space. The airline’s new business objectives are met with the aircraft’s advanced efficiency, with low fares and high flexibility.
.@BreezeAirways unveils first of 80 Airbus #A220 on order https://t.co/KuoIxmFE3r pic.twitter.com/Mip9o2RREX
— Airbus PRESS (@AirbusPRESS) October 26, 2021
According to a release, Breeze aims to provide non-stop service in an effort to bring transportation services to traditionally unreserved areas of the United States at affordable rates. The air service provider will offer point-to-point flights from smaller secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times.
Breeze began airline operations in May 2021. The airline’s first A220 is expected to be placed in service in the second quarter of 2022.
According to Airbus, the company’s A220 is the only aircraft purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market which boasts a state-of-the-art aerodynamic structure, advanced materials, and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation geared turbofan engines.
In line with its climate-friendly agenda, the A220 delivers up to 25% lower fuel burn and CO2 emissions per seat compared to the previous generation aircraft. Additionally, it will deliver 50% lower NOx emissions than industry standards. The aircraft’s noise footprint is reduced by 50% compared to the previous generation aircraft.
As of the end of last month, 12 worldwide operators have received over 170 A220s.
Dylan Smith is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @DylanSmithAL
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